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New biodiversity plan focuses on turning the tide

· May 7, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  23 April 2026 Source:  Office of the Minister of Conservation The Government has set out its priorities to restore biodiversity in New Zealand and make a...

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Access changes at Wye Creek

· May 7, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  07 May 2026 Source:  Department of Conservation and Pioneer Energy The primary purpose of the structures is worker access to the hydro scheme, south of Queenstown,...

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Boost for cycling infrastructure across NZ

· May 7, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing up to $7.1 million to upgrade six Great Rides cycle trails, strengthening regional tourism and safety, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston...

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A clifftop rescue adds to kākāpō chick numbers

· May 7, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand DOC Kākāpō Recovery Programme announced that this year was officially biggest kākāpō breeding season on record. JAKE OSBORNE Days of tunnelling, an uncertain outcome, a welcome...

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Takahē seniors to spend retirement at Zealandia

· May 6, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Autahi, the takahē nesting DOC/Lisa Van Beek A pair of senior takahē are set to make Wellington wildlife sanctuary Zealandia their new home. The duo, 13-year-old...

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Rule changes to support aquaculture

· May 6, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has updated national rules for marine aquaculture to make it easier for operators to improve how they farm, adopt new technology and carry out...

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Winter warmers – fireplace etiquette

· May 6, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation It’s cooling down around the country, so how do you stay warm – and safe – in a DOC hut? Media and Communications Advisor Krysia...

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Cheaper, smarter EV charging on the way for Kiwis

· May 5, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government New requirements for electric vehicle (EV) chargers supplied in New Zealand will make it easier and more affordable for people to charge their vehicles, while helping...

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Kaimanawa horses in training for new homes

· May 5, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand The Kaimanawa horses are mustered annually to keep the herd at a maximum of 300 animals. Supplied/Kimber Brown Just days after they were rounded up off...

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Repairs to key Kahurangi access road underway

· May 4, 2026

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  04 May 2026 Graham Valley Rd was badly damaged during storms in June and July last year. Six slips came down including one which dropped...